| D-Link DI-624 Wireless Cable/DSL Router, 4-Port Switch, 802.11g, 108Mbps |
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Model: DI-624
Brand: D-Link
Manufacturer: D-Link
Average Rating: 
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Total Reviews: 469
Form factor: External
Hardware platform: PC
Data link protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, 802.11 Super G
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Up to 108 Mbps with AirPlus Xtreme G products
Advanced Firewall and parental control
Backwards compatible with all 802.11b and 802.11g products
Increased Security with 802.1X and WPA
Features robust security to protect the wireless network from intruders |
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| Description: |
| D-LINK DI-624 - The D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G DI-624 Wireless Router is ideal for those creating their first wireless network, and for more advanced users seeking additional management settings and policy based content filtering. Filters can be set based on MAC address, IP address, URL and/or Domain Name. Allows pass-through of multiple concurrent IPSec and PPTP VPN sessions Dimensions - 1.3H x 6.5W x 9.25D; weighs about 2 pounds 3 year warranty Product is Firmware upgradeable for updates via D-Link (requires product registration) |
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| User Reviews (469 total): |
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Router review, August 29, 2006
By user (CT)
I purchased this router based on price, capability and reputation. I plugged it into my Cable Modem and Mac and it worked perfectly in minutes. Additionally I used it to send music to a Roku music bridge about 50 feet away through 2 interior walls. Again it performed perfectly without a problem of any kind. I highly recommend it.
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difficult installation unless you call toll free number for help, August 25, 2006
By user
The unit seems to work very well but installation using CD rom which came in the box with the wireless router was of no help when I tried to install it at a university dorm where internet was available without a modem. The rep at the toll free number was very helpful and patient and helped set up the router and the encryption key for security. The interent connection at 100 Mbps was super fast.
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A sure fire winner in the High Speed Arena, August 23, 2006
By user (Belleville, NJ USA)
This is my second purchase of a wireless router in the past four years. As a matter of fact, I purchased the same model again, this time with updated firmware and a fourth generation Model Code. Setup was pretty easy right out of the box. But, you'll probably want to change the default security/password settings to protect your at home network from intruders. Since this was my second box, the setup was easy for me. But, The D-Link tech support staff is available (and FREE) 24 hours a day to help clarify any configuration issues or concerns that you might have. And, if you do get in trouble with the settings, there's always a handy reset button! Bottom Line: This router works great as a Wired/Wireless router and is fully compatible with both Cable and DSL Broadband systems. I've been very happy with the unit. Hope this review helps.
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Flawless out of the Box, August 19, 2006
By user (Nassau, Bahamas)
This worked right out the box. Plugged the vonage into the DSL into the router and the network setup. We don't need wireless security or anything so we leave it as is. Easiest install ever!
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Over my head?, August 18, 2006
By user (San Francisco Bay Area, CA)
Frustrating at first because it took me a little while to learn how to use the D-Link Router. Once I learned what all of the terms meant, it was smooth sailing. Now I have a safe wireless computer, am able to work outside or at a neighbor's house! One more thing I must say, this is working on an OS X v.10.3.9. This wireless system almost felt like it was made for my little Mac. I did a lot of research to find the best wireless router for this computer and this is the only one I could find that claimed to "welcome Mac." computers.
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Router was broken in less than one month, August 14, 2006
By user (usa)
totally stopped working in about 4 weeks...
the technical support is aweful, takes about 35 mins waiting time to get to the support, the phone connection can kill you, I have to hang it up and call again.
I wil shun from D-link for everything from now.
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Glad I upgraded, August 14, 2006
By user (Grand Prairie, TX USA)
This is a great router for home networking. I upgraded from the D-Link 514 router and there is a marked improvement in the wireless networking speed. It's compact design and easy of installation makes for a hassle free network setup.
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Don't Waste your time or money, August 12, 2006
By user (East Coast USA)
This unit is terrible, its poorly made, cheap does not work well with Macintosh computers and the tech-support is terrible! The tech support - barely speaks english, is difficult to understand and the phone connections are awful - made me wonder why they even offer tech support. Trust me this is not a good product.
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Easy to set up and works un disrupted, August 11, 2006
By user (Minnesota, US)
I am using this item from 3 weeks and never had any problem,
The setup is so easy. unlike other reuters where you have to switch between connections and configure before going wireless, this one doesn't require any such kind.
i had problems with the other reuters, like getting disconnected often. but this one runs undisrupted.
i have a cordless phone which works on the same frequency, but never had any problem.
the size is somewhat bigger, apart from that , it is absolutely problem free
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Great Wireless Router, August 5, 2006
By user
Installation was a snap. Have been using it for 1 months now with no problems.
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D-Link DI-624, August 1, 2006
By user (PA, USA)
I'm not sure about these concerns with having to reboot the router. I've had it on non-stop - of course with a firewall and virus-scanner activated - for over a month now. I got the router upon signing up for Verizon's FIOS internet, and the speeds on it are incredible. On the wired computer I've set up, it downloads files at around 600 KBps - blazing fast for someone who's just switched from dial-up, and on a computer connected wirelessly, from about twenty feet away, it downloads files almost as fast. The signal strength is amazing, and I've never had any connection or reboot problems, even right after power outages.
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Good Overall Performance, August 1, 2006
By user (Chicago, IL)
Extremely easy to setup. Had full wireless capability in under 1 hour. I have recomendend this router to three of my friends and everyone has loved it so far. Usually rebates on this model so it's realatively inexpensive and worth the money.
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Hardware OK, firmware is terrible, staying with Linksys, July 26, 2006
By user
I have both a D-Link Di-624 and a Linksys router. The Linksys has been rock solid for three years.
The D-Link's hardware is OK, but the company has awful track record with its firmware. With the DI-624, none of the firmware above 2.50 works reliably, and every new version brings a whole host of new problems. If you are security concious and intend to secure your wireless network, I will not buy D-Link. They need to get their house in order.
Just do a search on DI-624 and firmware, you will find numerous problems with the code. Including a number of DHCP problem (your wireless device will take an extremely long time to get an address), frequent reboot (which cause the connection to drop), SSID broadcast cannot be disabled, etc... If you have wireless turned on, you cannot stream music due to the frequent reboot. Don't call your DSL or cable modem company for help, it is not their fault, it is the D-Link.
Firmware 2.5 (two years old) works reliably but without current security features, and it is no longer available on their website for download. If you buy the router new and experience the above problems (most likely you will have firmware 2.7), and cannot get a copy 2.50 firmware. Return it, exchange will not do you any good, as it is not a hardware problem.
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Lots of reboots, poor firmware upgrades, you can do better, July 26, 2006
By user (San Francisco, where else?)
There's a good reason this router is so cheap. I agree with the other reviewers who have noticed that this router frequently either reboots itself or hangs and requires the user to unplug it and plug it back in. Even the firmware "upgrades" require you to completely shut the router down and wait 1 min and then plug back in, and hope it works... last upgrade I had to do this 5 times and finally it came back to life. I previously had a Linksys router and in retrospect wish I had stayed with that brand, though it wasn't perfect.
Suggest you search on google and find some recommendations for a good, stable router.
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Easy to setup, Works Well, Runs Hot, July 25, 2006
By user (Buffalo, NY)
I puchased the DI-624 after owning a D-Link wired router. The customer service isn't the best, but I have had very little problem with the previous router or this one. I have been using the DI-624 for about a month now. It has worked perfectly. It is easy to install as well.
The only issue I have with the router is that it runs a little hot. I'm not sure if this will cause problems down the road, but it is something worth noting.
Overall... Good product for a good price
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So far so good!, July 24, 2006
By user (Dallas, TX)
I was almost returning the router for my money back because I coudn't configure my wireless until I changed the Key Type from HEX to ASCII for WEP security. Both hard wire and wireless work for me so far. I'll definitely come back for additional review if new issues arise.
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I like speed, June 28, 2006
By user
I buy it for my small office, 3 computer in wirless connection, 108 Mbps was necessary and with the purchaise I fix all problem.
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BIG Pain to get working, June 27, 2006
By user (Baltimore, MD USA)
I have Comcast cable, with a Comcast provided Motorola Surfboard cable modem. I'm trying to connect a PC, wired, and two laptops, wirelessly. I run through the little wizard app that comes with the router, but... it doesn't work. So, I call customer service, speak to people with heavy accents, they have me disable DHCP, WEP, change some arcane settings, and set up static IP's on my laptops. Honestly, static IP's!
So, now I am connected from my laptop at anywhere from 56 to 1.0 Mbps. And I'm all of about 0.5 meters away from the router. Oh, and you have to press the reset button about 15 times before it actually works.
Do yourself a favor and STAY AWAY from this router.
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great router at affordable price, June 21, 2006
By user (Sunnyvale, CA, USA)
I have been using this wireless router for almost 2 years now and its really a great product. very simple to use and a fast performer. never faced issues like dropped connections or slow transfers. highly recommended product.
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DI-624 drops WIRED connections, June 18, 2006
By user (USA)
Used with Windows XP media center ed. Worked fine for 3 months and then started dropping connections every 1/2 hour. And I was WIRED, not wireless. Tech support was worst I have ever experienced.
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